Fun Spot USA: Both new coasters now open

Both of Fun Spot USA's new roller coasters are now operating and open to the public, the park has announced.

White Lightning, which becomes Orlando's only wood coaster, passed state inspection Tuesday. Freedom Flyer, a steel, inverted coaster, was OK'd late last week.

The rides are part of Fun Spot's $25 million expansion, which eventually will increase its size from 5 acres to 15 acres just west of International Drive. Yet to to open is the SkyCoaster, an arched, 250-feet-tall hang-gliding experience visible from Interstate 4.

A grand opening celebration is scheduled for July 8, 8:30 a.m.- noon. That will coincide with the park's 15th anniversary.